This yurt village at Herston Camp Site in Swanage, Dorset, UK features authentic Mongolian yurts (gers) made in Mongolia. The village offers six yurts of various sizes, each equipped with traditional furnishings and wood-burning stoves.
Design Details
- Location: Herston Camp Site, Washpond Lane, Swanage, Dorset, UK
- Yurt Count: Six yurts in various sizes
- Construction: Authentic Mongolian-made gers
- Insulation: Traditional felt
- Heating/Cooking: Wood-burning stoves
- Furnishings: Table, double futon bed, two single futons per yurt
Yurt Village Exterior


Village Layout


Traditional Mongolian Door
Interior Living Space



Yurt Construction Process


Video Tour: Mongolian Yurt Village
Photos courtesy of Yurt Village
Lessons from Traditional Mongolian Yurt Design
- Authentic Construction Provides Character: Yurts made by traditional craftspeople in Mongolia carry cultural authenticity Western copies lack
- Felt Insulation Works: Traditional felt layers provide effective insulation for year-round comfort
- Wood Stoves Serve Dual Purpose: Central stoves provide both heating and cooking capability in a single appliance
- Circular Layouts Maximize Space: Round floor plans eliminate wasted corner areas common in rectangular structures
- Rental Villages Introduce Yurt Living: Trying yurt camping helps people evaluate whether this style suits their needs before building or buying
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Hi New Modern Mongolia yurt (Hunnu Ger)
Very nice